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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 21V721📅 Sep 17, 2021

2005–2021 Mclaughlin Vacuum Excavator & 2021 Vermeer Vacuum Excavator recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2005-2021 McLaughlin and 2021 Vermeer vacuum excavators. Please see the 573 report for all affected models. The rear clearance lamps and reflex reflectors, and the rear-side clearance lamps and reflex reflectors are not sufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

💥 The risk

Without the proper reflective equipment, the vacuum excavators may not be visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will install a field remedy kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 11, 2021. Owners may contact Vermeer's customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is VMV0013.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
21V721000
Manufacturer recall #
VMV0013
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Vehicles affected
50
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Owner phone
1-800-829-0051
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 11, 2021
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 21V721 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 21V721?

2005–2021 Mclaughlin Vacuum Excavator & 2021 Vermeer Vacuum Excavator. 50 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mclaughlin dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-829-0051.